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Compass Group, North AmericaDIRECTOR DESIGN AND PLANNING in
Toms River, New Jersey

DIRECTOR DESIGN AND PLANNING 11/22/16Northeast Region

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Job ID: JL11221669489Great People. Real Opportunities.Description:

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A Fresh Approach To Great Results.Charlotte-based Compass Group North America is the leader in foodservice management and support services. By combining fresh ideas with the industry’s greatest talent, we continue to set the standards for food and service excellence. Our vision for success is a powerful one – to continue to rise above the competition in every aspect of our business – from leading-edge technology, to purchasing, to foodservice, to catering and vending, to facilities management and support services. That kind of commitment commands only the best, and it's our great people providing great service that generates our great results. In turn, it’s important to us that our talented employees be given the proper resources to achieve their fullest potential. Play a key role in our future success

Job Description:

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of ten plus years of experience in Design & Planning for Retail Environments. They will be well-rounded in design concepts, retail environments, brands, construction process, budgeting, bid process, project management, and be intimate with LEED & WELL Build Standards, and will process exceptional communication and people skills. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to guide and manage projects from conceptual planning right through construction as well as lead this department in space transformation initiatives. Qualified candidates will have had experience overseeing large scale Design Development, Contract Development, and Construction Process for multiple projects, coordinating needs for the Client, Architect, Engineer, and General Contractor, as well as managing Client and Compass investments. They will work closely with the Retail Innovations & field operations team in developing these Retail Environments and drive Innovation. Northeast location is preferred.

Responsibilities:

Reports to VP of Retail Innovations.

Communicates regularly with other upper management members, Operational Field Managers, and Project Managers on project status.

Oversees and leads the Design & Planning team for Retail Innovations.

Establishes a best practice approach with peers cross sector on Design & Planning practices, go to market, and aligns with sector strategy.

Leads on LEED & WELL Building Standard initiatives as well as innovation impacting the Design & Build industry, and incorporates into our development.

Leads transformation of space, environment, hospitality, and new build efforts.

Leads relationship building between field division leaders and Retail Innovations Design & Planning team on project process and project life cycle.

Focuses on the development of relationship retention between Retail Innovations and our Internal Clients, External clients, and Customers.

Capable of traveling 50% - 60% of the time to meet with clients and operators.

Can work remotely - Northeast location is preferred.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.